Aramis by Aramis

Brand: Aramis

Concentration: EDT

Scent overview

The 1966 leather chypre: bergamot, artemisia, galbanum and cumin over clary sage, clove and orris, deepening into leather, castoreum, oakmoss and patchouli.

Is Aramis worth it?

How it smells: Opens with bergamot, artemisia and gardenia, clary sage and myrtle at the heart, then dries down to patchouli and sandalwood.

Scent Score: 59/100 (Fair). Doesn't stand out. Pairs well with fewer fragrances than most. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 64, versatility 67, layerability 34 and value 64, each out of 100.

Buyers say it works for any occasion, lasts long and gets compliments. Buyers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 540 FragranceX reviews.

Scent Character

EDT · Introduced 1966 · Men

Key accords: Bergamot, Artemisia, Gardenia, Galbanum, Cumin, Clary Sage

Top Notes

Heart Notes

Base Notes

Occasions: Office, Evening

Seasons: Fall, Winter

Fragrance overview

Aramis by Aramis belongs to the chypre fragrance family. The 1966 leather chypre: bergamot, artemisia, galbanum and cumin over clary sage, clove and orris, deepening into leather, castoreum, oakmoss and patchouli. Aramis opens with Bergamot, Artemisia, Gardenia, Galbanum, and Cumin. The heart brings Clary Sage, Myrtle, Clove, Jasmine, and Orris. It dries down to Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Oakmoss, Leather, Castoreum, Amber, and Musk.

How to wear Aramis

On skin, Aramis by Aramis has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 9/10, EDT concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for office and evening. Its best layering match in the catalog is Memoir Woman by Amouage. Apply Aramis first as your base layer. Its chypre character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Memoir Woman on top for chypre lift. Start with 2 sprays Aramis : 2 sprays Memoir Woman and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

Aramis opens with Bergamot, Artemisia, Gardenia, Galbanum, and Cumin.

The heart brings Clary Sage, Myrtle, Clove, Jasmine, and Orris.

It dries down to Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Oakmoss, Leather, Castoreum, Amber, and Musk.

What to layer with Aramis

  • Amouage Memoir Woman bottle

    Memoir Woman by Amouage

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    Signature Worthy · 91/99

    Both are chypre fragrances, and they share clove, jasmine, and vetiver.

    Order: Apply Aramis first as your base layer. Its chypre character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Memoir Woman on top for chypre lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Aramis : 2 sprays Memoir Woman

  • Roja Parfums Diaghilev bottle

    Diaghilev by Roja Parfums

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    Signature Worthy · 91/99

    Both are chypre fragrances, and they share bergamot, cumin, and jasmine.

    Order: Apply Diaghilev first — its chypre depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Aramis over the top for chypre complexity.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Aramis : 2 sprays Diaghilev

  • Ex Nihilo Love Shot bottle

    Love Shot by Ex Nihilo

    Strong Match · 88/99

    Both are chypre fragrances, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and patchouli.

    Order: Apply Aramis first as your base layer. Its chypre character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Love Shot on top for chypre lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Aramis : 2 sprays Love Shot

  • Dior Gris Dior bottle

    Gris Dior by Dior

    Strong Match · 88/99

    Both are chypre fragrances, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and patchouli.

    Order: Apply Aramis first as your base layer. Its chypre character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Gris Dior on top for chypre lift.

    Ratio: 1 spray Aramis : 2 sprays Gris Dior

  • Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Eau de Parfum bottle

    Coco Mademoiselle Eau de Parfum by Chanel

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    Strong Match · 85/99

    Both are chypre fragrances, and they share bergamot, jasmine, and patchouli.

    Order: Apply Aramis first as your base layer. Its chypre character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Coco Mademoiselle Eau de Parfum on top for chypre lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Aramis : 2 sprays Coco Mademoiselle Eau de Parfum

Pairings to approach with care

  • Zara Tuberose Winter bottle

    Tuberose Winter by Zara

    Not Recommended · 30/99

    Aramis has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tuberose Winter brings a woody contrast to this chypre scent.

    Order: Apply Aramis first as your base layer. Its chypre character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tuberose Winter on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 1 spray Aramis : 2 sprays Tuberose Winter

  • d'Annam Princess of China bottle

    Princess of China by d'Annam

    Not Recommended · 31/99

    Aramis has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Princess of China brings a floral contrast to this chypre scent.

    Order: Apply Aramis first as your base layer. Its chypre character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Princess of China on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 1 spray Aramis : 2 sprays Princess of China

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Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for Aramis?

Aramis opens with Bergamot, Artemisia, Gardenia, Galbanum, and Cumin. The heart brings Clary Sage, Myrtle, Clove, Jasmine, and Orris. It dries down to Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Oakmoss, Leather, Castoreum, Amber, and Musk.

How long does Aramis last, and how strong is it?

Aramis by Aramis has good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 9/10, EDT concentration.

When should you wear Aramis?

It's best in fall and winter. It suits office and evening.

What layers well with Aramis?

Memoir Woman by Amouage is its strongest match (91% compatibility). Both are chypre fragrances, and they share clove, jasmine, and vetiver. Apply Aramis first as your base layer. Its chypre character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Memoir Woman on top for chypre lift. Start with 2 sprays Aramis : 2 sprays Memoir Woman.

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